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I'm feeling pain, pressure & burning in the pelvic area (V lines). What could it be? I had unprotected sex a week ago, is it an STD? Normal urination
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) may produce a burning sensation, but upon urination and not along the pelvis. It is a good idea to consult with a urologist to make sure you do not have subtle s... Read More
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I had a red rash on my belly that disappeared after a shower, and now around my belly button? What is the cause? Is it an STD after 1.5 of unsafe sex?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- This could be a form of urticaria or hives, which can be localized or more generalized, involving multiple parts of the body. This is usually an allergic reaction at the level of the skin. Careful rev... Read More
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Is the use of Formalin (formole) bad for the nails?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- Yes, we do not recommend the topical application of formalin or formaldehyde-based hardening nail polish to the nail beds.Nail hardeners have a lot of formaldehyde type ingredients. These ingredients,... Read More
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When will my 3 month old baby's scalp become fully developed? He has a side circular and the other is flat. He sleeps on 1 side only (circular one).
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- The skull of a human being includes a number of fontanels, which are areas made up of cartilage that has not yet fully turned into bone (ossified).The normal sequence of fontanel closure in humans is ... Read More
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What can a 3 month old baby do?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- The following developmental milestones are expected to be achieved by the end of 2 months and the beginning of 3 months of age:
Social/Emotional
Begins to smile at people
Can briefly calm himself (may... Read More
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6 days ago I cleaned my ear then it closed. Sometimes it opens for a second then it closes again & sometimes I feel pain in both ears, what to do?
Dr. Mazen Hammoud,
Otolaryngology (Ent)
- Hi there, it seems while you were trying to clean your ears, you have pushed the cerumen (ear wax) deeper inside the ear canal, the only thing you can do now is visit your ENT doctor for removing the ... Read More
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I'm circumcised but my 4 month old son isn't. How to deal with his penis foreskin & hygiene? Should I pull the foreskin or will it retract by itself?
Dr. Zakia Dimassi,
Pediatrics
- The foreskin of the penis after circumcision is expected to gradually retract on it own as the healing process progresses. In the first 2-5 days after the procedure, you will need to apply a band-like... Read More
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What's the best solution for the treatment of external hemorrhoids in the early stage? Is the radiation therapy technique available?
Dr. Jihad Irani,
Family Medicine
- There are several options, natural ones (sitting in warm water) to medications (your doctor can prescribe these for you). Most importantly, make sure you're not constipated.
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3 small blisters appeared above my lip and they're bit red. How can I know if it's herpes? Should they be painful? What are the symptoms of herpes?
Dr. Jihad Irani,
Family Medicine
- This is a typical location for herpes. You can see some pictures online. usually they are associated with some degree of pain, that doesn't have to be severe.
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Seems that I can't feel happiness anymore no matter whatIi do. Why & where should I go to fix this? I am constantly crying for over an hour daily.
Dr. Jihad Irani,
Family Medicine
- Start by getting seen by your family doctor or psychiatrist. There are plenty of things that they can do to help you out.
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